The Asus ZenFone 5Z was made official at Mobile World Congress back in February and now Asus is launching the device this week. The handset will launch on the 15th of June, Asus has not revealed any pricing details as yet.
Asus Japan announced the news on Twitter, it is not clear as yet on which countries it will be available in at launch.
Display and Design
The ZenFone 5Z comes with a 6.2 inch display with a FHD+ resolution of 2246 x 1080 pixels. This large screen is designed to provide an immersive viewing experience, making it ideal for watching videos, playing games, and browsing the web. The display also features a notch at the top, similar to the iPhone X, which houses the front camera and other sensors. The design of the ZenFone 5Z is sleek and modern, with a glass back that gives it a premium look and feel.
Performance and Storage
Under the hood, the handset features a powerful Snapdragon 845 processor, which is one of the most advanced mobile processors available. This ensures that the ZenFone 5Z can handle even the most demanding apps and games with ease. The device also comes with 8GB of RAM, which allows for smooth multitasking and quick app switching. In terms of storage, the ZenFone 5Z offers up to 256GB, providing ample space for all your photos, videos, apps, and other files. Additionally, the device supports expandable storage via a microSD card, so you can add even more space if needed.
Camera Capabilities
The handset also comes with impressive camera capabilities. On the front of the device, there is an 8 megapixel camera that is perfect for selfies and video calls. The front camera also supports facial recognition, allowing you to unlock your phone with just a glance. On the back, there are two 12 megapixel cameras. The dual-camera setup allows for advanced photography features such as portrait mode, which blurs the background to make the subject stand out, and optical zoom, which lets you get closer to your subject without losing image quality. The rear cameras also support 4K video recording, so you can capture high-quality videos.
Additional Features
The ZenFone 5Z also comes with a fingerprint scanner, which is located on the back of the device. This provides an additional layer of security, allowing you to unlock your phone quickly and easily. The device runs on Android Oreo, with Asus’s custom ZenUI skin on top. ZenUI offers a range of customization options and additional features, such as gesture controls and a built-in theme store.
In terms of connectivity, the ZenFone 5Z supports 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC. It also comes with a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is becoming increasingly rare on modern smartphones.
The battery life of the ZenFone 5Z is also impressive, with a 3300mAh battery that should easily last a full day of use. The device also supports fast charging, so you can quickly top up the battery when needed.
Source Asus, GSM Arena
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